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Special Charges and Certain Litigation Charges, Net	3 Months Ended
Special Charges and Certain Litigation Charges, Net	Jul. 25, 2014
Special Charges and Certain Litigation Charges, Net [Abstract]
Special Charges and Certain Litigation Charges, Net	Special Charges and Certain Litigation Charges, Net Special Charges During the three months ended July 26, 2013, consistent with the Company's commitment to improving the health of people and communities throughout the world, the Company made a $40 million charitable contribution to the Medtronic Foundation, which is a related party non-profit organization. Certain Litigation Charges, Net The Company classifies material litigation reserves and gains recognized as certain litigation charges, net. During the three months ended July 25, 2014 and July 26, 2013, there were no certain litigation charges, net.